What is Diana Ross' Net Worth?
Diana Ross is a legendary American singer and actress who has a net worth of $250 million. Originally a member of the popular group The Supremes in the 1960s, Diana Ross went on to enjoy an extremely successful solo career. She is the only artist in history to have #1 songs as a solo artist, as a member of a duet, and as a member of a trio group. Between her various singing incarnations Diana has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide.
Diana Ross' illustrious journey began as a founding member of The Supremes, one of Motown Records' most successful acts in the 1960s. With hits like "Baby Love" and "Stop! In the Name of Love," Ross and The Supremes helped define the sound of a generation and paved the way for future African American artists.
In 1970, Diana Ross embarked on a solo career that was marked by immediate success. Her self-titled debut album included hits like "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," and she continued to chart with a series of successful albums throughout the '70s and '80s. Her musical style evolved, embracing pop, soul, R&B, and disco.
Beyond her musical accomplishments, Diana Ross made her mark on the big screen with her role in the 1972 film "Lady Sings the Blues," earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. She continued to act in films like "Mahogany" and "The Wiz," further showcasing her talents.
Ross's influence in the music industry is monumental. Her success as a black female artist during a time of racial tension in America is notable and made her a symbol of empowerment and triumph. With numerous awards, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Diana Ross's career continues to be celebrated.
In recent years, she has continued to perform, even headlining major festivals, thereby ensuring her music reaches new generations of fans. Despite some ups and downs in her personal life and career, Diana Ross's resilience and unique voice have solidified her as one of the most revered and influential performers in the history of American music.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Diana Ross was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 26, 1944, the second-eldest child of Ernestine and Fred Ross, Sr. She attended Cass Technical High School in downtown Detroit, graduating in January 1962. There, she took classes on subjects such as clothing design, millinery, pattern making and tailoring, because her original aspiration was to be a fashion designer.
When she was fifteen years old, Ross joined the Primettes, the sister group of male vocal group the Primes. After winning a talent competition in Windsor, Ontario, the Primettes received an invitation to audition for Motown Records. Ross had approached former neighbor William "Smokey" Robinson, and he agreed to bring the Primettes to Motown in exchange for them letting him and his band the Miracles hire their guitarist Marv Tarplin. Motown executives were impressed by the Primettes, but believed they were too young. Motown founder Berry Gordy then told them to come back after they graduated from high school. The Primettes were not discouraged, and often showed up at Motown's Hitsville headquarters to offer help on recordings, doing everything from hand claps to background vocals. Eventually, Gordy signed the group in January 1961, with the only condition being that they change their name. A year later, Barbara Martin left the group, leaving Ross, Florence Ballard and Mary Wilson as the remaining trio under their new name the Supremes.
